Signature
Introduction to Signature
Signature, a person’s name, usually in his or her own handwriting. In law, signatures are put at the end of a legal instrument to show that it is valid. The most common and readily accepted form is the person’s own handwriting, but a signature may be printed, stamped, or typewritten. Illiterate persons often draw an “X” or other symbol, attested by the signature of a witness.” (1)
Definition of Signature (Signing or Sign)
Within the context of international human rights, the following is a brief meaning of signature (signing or sign): In human rights the first step in ratification of a treaty; to sign a Declaration, Convention, or one of the Covenants constitutes a promise to adhere to the principles in the document and to honor its spirit.
Signature
Embracing mainstream international law, this section on signature explores the context, history and effect of the area of the law covered here.
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Further Reading
- The entry “signature” in the Parry and Grant Encyclopaedic Dictionary of International Law (currently, the Encyclopaedic Dictionary of International Law, 2009), Oxford University Press
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See Also
- Human Rights
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Notes and References
- Information about Signature in the Encarta Online Encyclopedia